Clinician

ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC • Taylor, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Primary Counselor is responsible for meeting the clinical needs of clients receiving services in an adult substance abuse treatment center at the PHP level of care. A Primary Counselor collaborates within a multidisciplinary team of medical, clinical admissions, and recovery professionals to develop and facilitate a treatment plan to support clients in building the initial layers of their recovery foundation. Using clinical knowledge and skills, the Primary Counselor implements clinical skills to assess, diagnose, and address the clinical and psychosocial barriers to a client’s recovery and overall well-being.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of working with people with behavioral health needs (trauma, mental illness and/or substance abuse).
• Experience in providing case management services in the mental health or Substance Abuse community.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• At least one of the following is required: Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC or LCDC-I), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC or LPC-A), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT or LMFT-A).
• General knowledge of substance abuse and recovery systems, to include various levels of care.
• Knowledge and application of the DSM-5 in relation to substance use disorder and mood disorder criteria, within scope of practice.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required).
• Clinical license to practice in Texas (Required).
• CPR/First Aid.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred knowledge and experience in 12-step recovery.

Responsibilities

• Apply DSM-V & ASAM criteria documentation to assign substance use disorder diagnoses and level of care to each client case.
• Complete assessments and documentation including: ASQ assessments, safety planning, biopsychosocial assessments, treatment planning, individual sessions, and discharge planning.
• Intervene in crisis situations using non-violent crisis interventions.
• Complete weekly progress notes for all clients in PHP level of care.
• Serve as the clinician on-call in accordance with a rotating schedule.
• Communicate promptly and effectively within the department and across all departments.
• Facilitate therapy, process groups, and psychoeducation groups and complete documentation within the required timeframe.
• Collaborate with patients to structure treatment plans within the required timeframe.
• Collaborate with patients to develop an individual discharge plan that is conducive to their recovery.
• Facilitate and document clinically beneficial family sessions and phone calls with clients.
• Engage in collateral communication with referents and outside providers to support client aftercare plans and needs.
• Conduct AMA-blocking clinical interventions to support clients in overcoming treatment resistance.
• Implement trauma-focused non-violent crisis interventions as necessary.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to improve and enhance the clinical program in supporting the needs of client communities.
• Welcome constructive feedback and have the ability to evaluate suggestions objectively.
• Demonstrate and maintain exemplary attendance and work ethic.
• Promote a favorable and team-centered work atmosphere.
• Attend in-services and educational training as necessary and as assigned.
• Seek out opportunities for clinical skill enhancement and incorporate validated knowledge in practice.
• Maintain flexibility and adaptability in the work environment.
• Complete clinical service documentation accurately, ethically, and timely in support of clients receiving insurance carrier benefits applied to treatment stay.
• Adhere to the company’s infection control, safety, and ethical standards to support client rights, standards of care, and HHS Candac accreditation requirements.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate time-management and problem-solving to follow through with daily program needs.
• Demonstrate customer service with all patrons, business associates, community partners, and team members.
• Adhere to professional code of ethics, scope of care and report all related concerns in a timely manner.
• Complete all competency assessments as required by the facility.
• Maintain certifications up to date including but not limited to: (clinical licensure, CPR, Verbal De-Escalation, HIPAA, HIV/AIDS, Infection Control, etc.).
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.
• Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
• Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.
• Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists.
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.
• Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance.
• Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level